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Clippers new interim owner revealed
The Los Angeles Clippers have named their interim Governor and CEO after the NBA's punishment for salary cap circumvention delivered several suspensions for Clippers management. According ESPN's Shams Charania , Los Angeles-based lawyer John Gibson has been named as the franchise's interim Governor and CEO. The NBA approved the nomination from Steve Ballmer. "I am honored to take on this responsibility and grateful for the opportunity to serve an organization I have supported for many yea...
Nicolas Batum has announced his retirement
Nicolas Batum has officially announced his retirement from basketball at 37. He shared a video on social media explaining his decision and recalling his basketball journey. Batum spent 18 years in the NBA and last played for the Los Angeles Clippers. The French forward dedicated the video to his late father, who died during a basketball game in 1991 of an aneurysm. Nicolas Batum was around two years old at the time. The announcement comes exactly 35 years after his father's death. While he did...
Biggest question for NBA's Las Vegas expansion team revealed
The NBA's expansion plan is moving forward as the second bid deadline for a Las Vegas team passed last week. While a group led by the niece of the founder of Walmart, Nancy Walton Laurie alongside her husband, Bill Laurie are the still leading contenders to land the team in Las Vegas, NHL's Golden Knights owner Bill Foley remains very much in the mix, per Mike Vorkunov of the Athletic . According to Vorkunov, the biggest question for the potential Las Vegas team is the arena, where they c...
Rokas Jokubaitis recalls his journey back from ACL injury
After 384 days spent rehabbing from an ACL injury he suffered in a EuroBasket 2025 game against Finland, Lithuanian guard Rokas Jokubaitis came back in Bayern Munich 's first official 2026-27 season game against Brose Bamberg . While he had a modest performance, racking up seven points and three assists in almost 15 minutes of action, entering the court officially after more than a year of rehabbing is a giant step towards regaining his confidence and level of play that he displayed before the...
Warriors sign promising athletic forward after eye-catching showing
The Golden State Warriors have filled their final two-way roster spot with one of the standout forwards from this year's NBA Summer League. According to ClutchPoints , the Warriors have signed undrafted rookie Graham Ike following his strong showing in Las Vegas. Ike earns deal after strong Summer League Ike played an important role on Golden State's Summer League championship team alongside lottery pick Yaxel Lendeborg. The athletic forward averaged 10.0 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks i...
Lakers legend rips team's offseason, calls it most overrated in NBA
The Los Angeles Lakers are entering a new era without LeBron James, carrying big expectations into the season with a revamped roster built around Luka Doncic. There is plenty of curiosity surrounding how the new-look Lakers will perform with Doncic now established as the face of the franchise. While many fans are hoping the offseason changes can help push the team toward a deep playoff run, not everyone is convinced the front office did enough. Lakers legend and former head coach Byron Scott i...
Top 5 EuroLeague breakout candidates: Who will make a major leap this season?
Every EuroLeague season produces players who take a significant step forward, whether through an expanded role, a better team fit, or simply another year of experience at the highest level of European basketball. Some breakout candidates are young guards ready to take on more responsibility, while others are players entering their second EuroLeague season after showing flashes of what they can become. Here are five players who could make a major leap this season and establish themselves among ...
Former Lakers guard rejects Knicks offer
Former Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent remains without a team ahead of the 2026-27 season, but he reportedly turned down an opportunity to sign with the reigning NBA champions. According to NBA insider Mark Stein , Vincent decided not to sign with the New York Knicks , electing to wait for a more sure-fire opportunity for the upcoming season. "The Stein Line has learned that former Heat, Lakers and Hawks guard Gabe Vincent could have signed with the Knicks as well to join the wing battle...
Former All-Star hints at Russell Westbrook NBA comeback, names potential team
Former NBA All-Star Zach Randolph believes Russell Westbrook may not be done with basketball despite announcing his retirement earlier this summer. Speaking on the Out the Mud Podcast , Randolph said Westbrook retired too early and argued that the veteran guard still has several productive years left in him. Randolph also named the Miami Heat as a team he would like to see Westbrook join if he decides to return. Randolph said he recently spoke with Westbrook's brother, Ray, who apparently sugg...
7 things we learned from EuroLeague's first-ever Supercup
Over the weekend, the first edition of the EuroLeague Supercup took place, an event launched this year that marks the start of the European season. EuroLeague officials wanted a tournament to celebrate the start of the season, and the debut edition – at least in terms of basketball quality – did not disappoint. In Abu Dhabi, Real Madrid , Olympiacos , Fenerbahce , and Dubai treated fans to high-quality matchups, particularly impressive given that every team is still working toward ...
Rising East contenders in trade talks involving former Lakers, Warriors key players
Two rising Eastern Conference teams, the Charlotte Hornets and Atlanta Hawks, are reportedly in discussions regarding a trade that would swap key role players ahead of the upcoming season. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer , the Hornets and Hawks have engaged in on-and-off trade talks that would send Buddy Hield to Charlotte and land Dorian Finney-Smith in Charlotte. "Atlanta and Charlotte, league sources say, have engaged in on-and-off trade discussions at various points this month on tra...
Three Kawhi Leonard potential suitors before Raptors move revealed
Kawhi Leonard generated plenty of interest around the league this offseason, and there was a chance he could've potentially joined forces with Giannis Antetokounmpo in South Beach. According to NBA insider Mark Stein , the Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Detroit Pistons showed interest in Kawhi before he was ultimately dealt to the Toronto Raptors in a trade this summer. “As The Stein Line first reported in June, Leonard made it known amid interest from trade suitors such as Miam...
Laprovittola torches Barcelona to claim Supercopa title for Badalona
Joventut Badalona have won the Supercopa Endesa title taking down FC Barcelona 101-87 . Joventut dominated over Barcelona, leading the entire game. While Barca tried to get close an incredible 31-point showing by Nicolas Laprovittola helped Badalona maintain the lead. For his dominance Laprovittola was awarded the tournament MVP trophy as he performed spectacularly in the semifinal as well, where he had 27 points against Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz. Joventut started with an incredible 32-point fi...
Milan claim the Italian SuperCup title behind dominant Moses Wright
After a close battle Armani Olimpia Milan have claimed the 2026 Italian SuperCup trophy. Milan took down Umana Reyer Venezia 94-87 in the SuperCup final for their third Cup title in a row. Milan started off strong winning the first quarter by 14 points, but conceded 24 points in the second quarter as Venezia cut the lead to 10 points ahead of the second half. Venezia continued their dominance in the third quarter winning it by eight points, entering the last quarter with a two-point deficit. A...
Paris take home the French SuperCup trophy after dominant second half
Paris Basketball have claimed the 2026 French SuperCup champions title after defeating Chorale Roanne 81-59 in the final. Nadir Hifi was named the MVP of the tournament. While Paris scored only 21 points in the first half, they ignited their offense, racking up 36 points in the third quarter alone. The first half started off incredibly slow as neither team managed to get more than 22 points, however, Paris erupted in the second half, adding 60 points in the third and fourth quarters com...
RJ Barrett reveals he felt 'salty' after Knicks championship
Former New York Knicks player and current Toronto Raptors star, RJ Barrett opened up about his feelings on the Knicks winning a championship this year in a recent interview with CBC Sports . Barrett revealed that his first reaction to his former team's title run wasn't the most positive. "For me at first definitely feel a little salty, a little bit, in terms of, you know, we lost, the Raptors. We lost in the first round, so that hurt," he explained. However, with time the Canadian player has a...
Tony Parker opens up on ASVEL financial issues, Buss brothers involvement
In a recent French interview with First Team , Tony Parker revealed why his anticipated LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne project fell through, teased the involvement of the Buss brothers and what's next for ASVEL while explaining his relationship with Sylvain Francisco after their failed union. Parker explained that they suffered from harsher regulations for their project since the fallout of AS Monaco . "I think we're paying a little for the fallout from Monaco, quite simply. I think the DNCCG really ...
Former No. 1 NBA Draft pick rips LeBron James with brutal Kobe, MJ comparison
Former No. 1 NBA Draft pick Kwame Brown delivered a harsh assessment of LeBron James , questioning how the four-time NBA champion compares with Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant in the biggest moments. Brown acknowledged James' remarkable longevity and the numbers he has accumulated throughout his career, but argued that he does not belong in the same category as Jordan and Bryant when games are on the line. "I say that because they put him in that category. I don't see LeBron in that category. H...
Lakers expected to reach unseen heights in sports with massive valuation jump
The Los Angeles Lakers ' new ownership group is reportedly planning for a dramatic increase in the franchise's value over the next decade. According to The Wall Street Journal , a group led by Joshua Kushner and former Disney CEO Bob Iger has told prospective investors that the Lakers could be worth at least $30 billion within 10 years. The projection comes after the group recently agreed to purchase the franchise from Mark Walter at a valuation of approximately $12.5 billion. Under more optim...
Zach LaVine makes heartfelt Russell Westbrook admission after retirement
Russell Westbrook may have stepped away from basketball this summer, but the impact he left on teammates and opponents is still being felt. From his relentless energy to the intensity he brought every night, Westbrook built a reputation that extended well beyond his numbers. Sacramento Kings star Zach LaVine , who shared the floor with him last season, is the latest former teammate to reflect on what made the former MVP stand out. Speaking to ClutchPoints , LaVine opened up about his relations...
Maccabi provides update on Israeli teams' EuroLeague home game situation
Israeli teams are set to begin the upcoming EuroLeague season with their home games played outside the country, although discussions over a potential return to Israel remain ongoing. Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv released a statement on Saturday regarding the status of their EuroLeague home games, confirming that the situation remains unchanged following talks with league officials. However, another assessment of the situation is expected shortly, with EuroLeague representatives set to visit Israel w...
Mavericks fan favorite might return ahead of next season
A familiar face might return to the Dallas Mavericks for the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season. Per NBA insider Marc Stein, Dwight Powell is expected to receive a formal invitation from the Mavs to attend their training camp. The big man will join despite the Mavs having a full 15-player roster already. https://x.com/TheSteinLine/status/2101508654935441766?s=20 Dwight Powell joining Mavericks ahead of next NBA season? Dwight Powell is currently an unsigned free agent. After the Boston Celtics drafte...
Jonathan Kuminga Timberwolves signing earns massive revelation
It took a staggering number of calls for the Minnesota Timberwolves to secure the commitment of Jonathan Kuminga this offseason. In a sit-down interview for the Minnesota Star-Tribune, Timberwolves general manager Matt Lloyd revealed that he conducted 94 calls to Kuminga's camp throughout the overall signing process. "The opportunity came up to sign Jonathan Kuminga, which again was the product of many, many phone calls and a lot of time investment," Lloyd shared. "My wife asked me at one poin...
Keyonte George makes honest admission after new Utah Jazz contract
Staying with the Utah Jazz and signing a long-term deal is an easy decision for Keyonte George. During the Saturday press conference for his contract extension signing with the franchise, the Jazz rising star explained why he no longer considered entering next year's restricted free agency. "Obviously, going through the process, I knew where I wanted to be," George told reporters. "Like I said, thankful to Austin [Ainge] and Ryan [Smith]. We were able to have some conversations throughout the ...
New Lakers guard sends strong Austin Reaves message ahead of new NBA season
The season hasn't started yet for the Los Angeles Lakers, but Collin Sexton already has a strong impression of Austin Reaves as a new teammate. With the offseason winding down, Sexton recently shared the court with Reaves and had plenty of praise for the Lakers star’s work ethic and competitiveness. "Each and every day when he's in the gym, he's ready to work," Sexton said in the Lakers' latest social media video workout post. "No complaints out of him. "He's one of the leaders on the te...
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